What is the best ratio of crewed to uncrewed aircraft on aircraft carriers?
Short answerA possible starting ratio is two crewed aircraft for every uncrewed one, followed by parity and eventually a larger uncrewed share.
NotesA possible starting mix would place two crewed aircraft aboard for every uncrewed aircraft. A later carrier air wing might reach parity, then move toward one crewed aircraft for every two or three uncrewed aircraft. The progression is conditional rather than a fixed procurement plan. It envisages a gradual shift instead of the immediate replacement of crewed aircraft.